1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | 760 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
